Viçosa do Ceará

Viçosa do Ceará is a municipality located in the highlands of Ceará state in northeastern Brazil. The town spreads across mountainous terrain and offers views of the surrounding landscape with its characteristic vegetation.

The region developed from indigenous settlements into an organized administrative unit. This transformation was part of the broader administrative growth of Ceará state across different historical periods.

The town is known for its connection to northeastern Brazilian traditions seen in local celebrations, music, and food. Visitors can experience these customs throughout their time in the community.

Visitors can find accommodations at several pousadas near the city center with varying price ranges. The town is easy to navigate on foot and offers good access to the surrounding region for day trips.

The area contains sections of an important environmental protection zone with natural formations and rare plant species. This protected zone allows visitors to experience native landscapes away from urban development.

Location: Ceará

Elevation above the sea: 719 m

Shares border with: Cocal, Cocal dos Alves, Granja, São João da Fronteira, Tianguá

Website: https://vicosa.ce.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -3.56194,-41.09194

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:26